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Formation, Operational, and Exit Strategies for Innovators

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, more than half of all startups fail within the first five years. Why do so many fail? Arguably the most overlooked factor is a lack of legal guidance. Our panel of experts is here to help with a program specifically tailored to the needs of budding entrepreneurs. Learn how to plan, start, build, and maintain a lean startup like a pro!

Questions and topics that will be addressed:

What type of entity should I form?

What kind of governing agreements do I need?

How do I protect my entity's intellectual property?

How do I protect myself in the event of death, disability or departure of a co-founder?

How do I incentivize employees?

What are my tax obligations as a business owner?

Should I have an employment agreement?

When and how do I register a trademark or copyright, or file for a patent?

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Mission and Strategy

The Chamber is the lead organization for economic development serving the region's business community and
organizes its work around three major directives:

RECRUIT
Identify and visit industry leaders from companies and sectors of the economy that play to the region’s strengths and who are poised for growth

RETAIN
Maintain and grow jobs through workforce training and collaboration with area colleges and universities, vocational schools, and other educational institutions to retain graduates in the local economy

INCUBATE
Develop and implement programs to support and mentor entrepreneurship, and support local development efforts that create desirable spaces in which to live and work